Makita BHX2500 Instruction Manual page 4

Start the Blower only in accordance with the instructions.
Do not use any other methods for starting the engine (6) !
Use the blower and the tools supplied only for applications specified.
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Start the blower engine only after the entire tool has been assembled.
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Operation of the tool is permitted only after all the appropriate acces-
sories are attached.
The engine is to be switched off immediately if there are any engine prob-
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lems.
When working with the blower, always wrap your fingers tightly around
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the handle, keeping the control handle cradled between your thumb and
forefinger. Keep your hand in this position to have your machine under
control at all times. Make sure your control handle (and grip for vacu-
um attachment) are in good condition and free of moisture, pitch, oil or
grease.
Always ensure a safe, well-balanced footing.
Operate the blower in such a manner as to avoid inhalation of the ex-
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haust gases. Never run the engine in enclosed rooms (risk of suffocation
and gas poisoning). Carbon monoxide is an odorless gas. A lways ensure
there is adequate ventilation.
Switch off the engine when resting and when leaving the blower unat-
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tended. Place it in a safe location prevent danger to others, setting fire to
combustible materials, or damage to the machine.
Never lay the hot blower onto dry grass or onto any combustible materi-
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als.
All protective parts and guards supplied with the machine must be used
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during operation.
Never operate the engine with a faulty exhaust muffler.
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Shut off the engine during transport (7).
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Position the blower safely during car or truck transportation to avoid fuel
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leakage.
When transporting the blower, ensure that the fuel tank is completely
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empty.
Refuelling
Shut off the engine during refuelling (7), keep well away from open flame
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(8) and do not smoke.
Avoid skin contact with petroleum products. Do not inhale fuel vapor. Al-
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ways wear protective gloves during refuelling. Change and clean protec-
tive clothing at regular intervals.
Take care not to spill either fuel or oil in order to prevent soil contamina-
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tion (environmental protection). Clean the blower immediately after fuel
has been spilt. Allow wet cloths to dry before disposing in properly, cov-
ered container to prevent spontaneous combustion.
Avoid any fuel contact with your clothing. Change your clothing immedi-
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ately if fuel has been spilled on it (fire hazard).
Inspect the fuel cap at regular intervals making sure that it stays securely
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fastened.
Carefully tighten the locking screw of the fuel tank. Change locations to
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start the engine (at least 3 meters away from the place of refuelling) (9).
Never refuel in closed rooms. Fuel vapors accumulate at ground level
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(risk of explosions)
Only transport and store fuel in approved containers. Make sure stored
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fuel is not accessible to children.
Do not attempt to refuel a hot or a running engine.
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(6)
Resting
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Transport
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Refuelling
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Maintenance
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Tool Replacement
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(7)
(8)
(9)
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